2017 Winnebago Travato Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Travato years
- Not enough data 8th of 14 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2017 Winnebago Travato. That ranks 8th out of 14 Travato model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 1,400 miles. Complaints mention 1 fire. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 1owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Winnebago Travato problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 1,400 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 100% | 1,400 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2017 Winnebago Travato recalls (5)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer; structure:body
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2017-2024 Travato motorhomes. The retractable awning may extend unintentionally during transit.
Risk: An awning that extends during transit may become a distraction or road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a parking brake interlock module, and update the awning firmware, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2024. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-574-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885. Winnebago's number for this recall is 176. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 22V-696. Motorhomes previously repaired under 22V-696 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Electrical system
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Winnebago Era, Travato, Fuse, View, Trend, Aspect, Paseo, Via, Adventurer, Journey, Tour, and Grand Tour motorhomes. These vehicles have an auxiliary solar charging port circuit that is not fused.
Risk: If solar panels are connected and they exceed the amperage capacity of the circuit, the unprotected circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will install an inline 15 amp fuse into the auxiliary solar charging port circuit, free of charge. Winnebago issued interim notifications to owners on December 4, 2018. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service 1-641-585-6939 or 1-800-537-1885.
Equipment
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Winnebago Era, Travato, Minnie Winnie, Fuse, View, Trend, Aspect, Brave, Vista, Sightseer, Adventurer, Forza, Journey, Tour, Revel, Paseo, Chalet, Access, and Intent motorhomes and Commercial vehicles, and 2013-2018 Itasca Spirit, Navion, Cambria, Tribute, Sunstar, Sunova, Suncruiser, Solei, Meridian, Elipse, Horizon, Reyo, and Via motorhomes. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Risk: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, instructing them to contact Kidde for replacement or aftermarket fire extinguishers, free of charge. The recall began on January 19, 2018. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-641-585-3535, or Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.
Equipment:recreational vehicle/trailer:lpg systems:lines and fittings
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc. (Winnebago) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Travato recreational vehicles. The liquid propane (LP) hose may contact the emergency brake cable, potentially damaging it and causing it to leak propane.
Risk: A propane leak can increase the risk of a fire or an explosion.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners and dealers will inspect the vehicles, repositioning and securing the LP hose to avoid contact with the brake cable, free of charge. The recall began on March 6, 2017. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.
Electrical system
Problem: Winnebago Industries, Inc (Winnebago) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Itasca Cambria, 2015-2017 Winnebago ERA, Travato, Fuse, Aspect, and Vista recreational vehicles, and 2015-2017 Itasca Sunstar recreational vehicles manufactured May 6, 2014, to April 22, 2016. The affected vehicles may have a electrical connection to the automatic transfer switch (ATS) that may not be properly tightened.
Risk: A loose power connection may cause a build up of heat at the connection, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Winnebago will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the electrical connection, replacing the ATS box and switch, as necessary. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on September 22, 2016. Owners may contact Winnebago customer service at 1-800-537-1885.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Lazydays RV Retail Delivery Issue (AQ17003) — opened Jun 20, 2017, closed Jun 13, 2022.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 WINNEBAGO TRAVATO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE RV EXPERIENCED AN INTERNAL COACH ELECTRICAL FIRE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE RV WAS TAKEN TO NIELSON RV (341 E. SUNLAND DR, ST GEORGE, UT 84790, [redacted]) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FIRE…
Other Winnebago Travato years
← 2016 Travato · 2018 Travato →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Travato | 0 | 1 |
| 2025 Travato | 0 | 1 |
| 2024 Travato | 2 | 2 |
| 2023 Travato | 3 | 4 |
| 2022 Travato | 8 | 6 |
| 2021 Travato | 4 | 6 |
| 2020 Travato | 3 | 4 |
| 2019 Travato | 2 | 4 |
| 2018 Travato | 0 | 4 |
| 2017 | 1 | 5 |
| 2016 Travato | 4 | 6 |
| 2015 Travato | 1 | 8 |
| 2014 Travato | 0 | 6 |
| 2013 Travato | 0 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Winnebago Travato?
Owners most often report electrical system, service brakes problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Winnebago Travato?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Winnebago Travato a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Travato model years, the 2017 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.